Reet

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Reet Pronunciation

Reet is pronounced REET /ˈrit/High

Meaning: Variously an Estonian short form of Margaret ('a pearl', Greek) and a Punjabi word, 'tradition; custom; way'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A pearl; tradition: Reet is Estonian/Punjabi. Crisp, cultural, and warm (said 'REET').

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Origin LowGreek, Punjabi

MeaningVariously an Estonian short form of Margaret ('a pearl', Greek) and a Punjabi word, 'tradition; custom; way'; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#7158 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births16 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2015

Total births (all-time)≈ 305

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Reet comes variously from an Estonian short form of Margaret ('a pearl', Greek) and a Punjabi word, 'tradition; custom; way' (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, cultural name (said 'REET').

In the U.S. it appears in Estonian and Punjabi families. Rare, a-pearl-and-tradition at the root, and cultural.

Did you know? Reet is variously an Estonian short form of Margaret ('a pearl', Greek) and a Punjabi word, 'tradition; custom; way' — a crisp, cultural name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'REET').

Overall data confidence 36%

References — Reet — routes layered

Variations

ReetaRitaReet

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Greek Punjabi

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Reet?

Reet is pronounced REET (/ˈrit/). Press play above to hear Reet said aloud.

How do you say Reet?

Reet is said REET (/ˈrit/). Press play above to hear Reet said aloud.

What does the name Reet mean?

Reet is variously an Estonian short form of Margaret ('a pearl') and a Punjabi word 'tradition; custom'; the routes are layered.

Is Reet a boy or girl name?

Reet is a girl's name.

How popular is Reet?

Reet is a rare name in the U.S.